Software Engineer I

Waystar • Louisville, KY

3d

About The Position

Plans, designs, develops and tests software systems or applications for software enhancements and new products including cloud-based or internet-related tools. Use this position if company does not breakout software development positions such as Software Engineer (Applications) or Software Engineer (Systems) and / or is involved in full stack development. Software development engineers using common development methodologies including Waterfall and Agile should be matched to our software development engineering roles. Employees focused on ensuring products (including websites) and hosted networks are designed and developed to be cyber-safe and compliant are typically matched to one of our software development engineering roles.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Strong foundational understanding of object-oriented programming (OOP) principles and data structures.
• Proficiency in at least one modern programming language (e.g., C#, Java, Python, JavaScript).
• Familiarity with relational databases and SQL.
• Basic understanding of web development concepts (e.g., HTTP, APIs, front-end/back-end interactions).
• Experience with version control systems, preferably Git.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a keen attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Eagerness to learn, adapt, and grow within a fast-paced and dynamic industry.

Nice To Haves

• Prior internship or project experience in software development is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with senior engineers and product managers to understand requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code in accordance with Waystar's coding standards.
• Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback and learning from peers.
• Develop and execute unit, integration, and system tests to ensure software quality and reliability.
• Debug and troubleshoot software issues, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
• Assist in the deployment and monitoring of applications in production environments.
• Learn and apply new technologies, tools, and best practices to continuously improve development processes.
• Contribute to technical documentation and knowledge sharing within the team.
• Actively participate in agile ceremonies, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives.

Benefits

• Competitive total rewards (base salary + bonus, if applicable)
• Customizable benefits package (3 medical plans with Health Saving Account company match)
• Generous paid time off for non-exempt team members, starting with 3 weeks + 13 paid holidays, including 2 personal floating holidays.
• Flexible time off for exempt team members + 13 paid holidays
• Paid parental leave (including maternity + paternity leave)
• Education assistance opportunities and free LinkedIn Learning access
• Free mental health and family planning programs, including adoption assistance and fertility support
• 401(K) program with company match
• Pet insurance
• Employee resource groups

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level